2009 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 320 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4913 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2874 mm |